Outer Banks Wedding Association

2012 Wedding Weekend & Expo is taking place January 6th-8th!

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:44:00 +0000

The Outer Banks Wedding Association is happy to announce that our 14th annual Wedding Weekend and Expo will take place on the weekend of January 6th-8th, 2012. Come meet and see hundreds of local wedding vendors at the Expo on Sunday, enjoy the self guided Wedding Tour of event homes and reception sites on Saturday, and relax during our Reception on Saturday evening. We'll be announcing further exciting details in the coming weeks and tickets will be on sale in mid-August.

2011 Outer Banks "Dream Wedding"

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:25:00 +0000

Every January the Outer Banks Wedding Association sponsors the Wedding Weekend and the Wedding Expo. During the Wedding Expo, Outer Banks wedding professionals offer various prizes available to brides in attendance. Of all the prizes offered throughout the day, the Dream Wedding is, by far, the largest and most exciting. It is promoted, sponsored and coordinated by the experienced wedding professionals on the Outer Banks. This fabulous all-inclusive Outer Banks destination wedding package will go to our Grand Prize couple and is sure to make their dreams come true. This year's 2011 lucky couple, Tamarra Shau and Ray Bowser, will enjoy a beautiful Fall ceremony on September 22, 2011 at Jennette's Pier in Nags Head, NC. The wedding couple will also be featured on the Outer Banks Wedding Association blogsite and in the Outer Banks Bride Magazine through a combination of interviews, photos and videos. OBWA members are happy to announce Beth Pallett, owner of Engaging Events, is the 2011 Dream Wedding coordinator. When asked how she felt about being the Dream Wedding coordinator for the second year in a row, Beth said,

"I feel honored to be planning and organizing the 2011 Dream Wedding with so many wonderful wedding professionals who have donated their time and services. The first thing I'd like to do is introduce them. I'd also like to invite everyone to join us on this wonderful journey as we continue to plan and post all about Tamarra and Ray's experiences. The story will be told from the time the lucky winner's were announced at this January's Wedding Expo to the big day, the day of their Dream Wedding..."

Beth Pallett, owner
Engaging Events

Outer Banks Wedding Professionals

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:20:00 +0000

Introducing the Outer Banks Wedding Association members who have dedicated their time and energy to make Tamarra and Ray's wedding their Dream Wedding.

Engaging Events- wedding coordinator
Jennette's Pier-reception site
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe- full service wedding day caterer
Mary Basnight Photography- engagement + contributing photographer
Courtney Hathaway Photography- day after photo session
Daniel Pullen Photography-wedding day photographer
Baldwin Video- wedding day + contributing videographer
Island Shore Productions- engagement session videographer

Holiday House Weddings- floral + event decor
The Embellishers- floral + event decor
Rande Banks- wedding officiate
When Doves Fly- two handed dove release ceremony
Roy Murray- ceremony musician
Club Violin- cocktail hour musician
Great Cakes! of the Outer Banks- wedding cake
Sandy Beach Tours- transportation

The Proper Setting- ceremony chairs
Metro Rentals- linens
Ocean Atlantic Rentals- glassware, silverware + china
Outer Banks DJ- DJ services for rehearsal dinner
DJ Professionals and Video- DJ services + sound equipment ceremony
Barryoke Karaoke- karaoke services for reception
Blue Ocean Events- wedding favors

Coastal Provisions Market- full service rehearsal dinner caterer
Black Tie Affair- tuxedoes for groom + best man
All Eyes on the Bride- makeup for bride + bridesmaids
Dimensions Hair Salon- hair stylist for bride + bridesmaids
Robbins Nest Sitting Service- childcare services

Oasis Suites- two night stay + champagne
First Colony Inn- two rooms for a two night stay
Village Realty- two night stay in a rental home
Stan White Realty- three night stay at Carolina Station/rehearsal dinner location

HLR Designs- custom made Save-the-Date cards + Wedding Invitations
Kitty Hawk Kites- hang gliding lessions
Chilli Peppers- rehearsal dinner appetizers
Aqua Day Spa- couples massage with champagne toast
The Pointe Golf Club- round of golf
Doghouse Sport Fishing- half day fishing trip
Coastal Helicopters- helicopter tour
Cypress House Inn- bridal tea

Interview Part 1: How they met...

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:26:00 +0000

Get the inside scoop on how Tamarra and Ray met and what their first impressions of each other were...it just might surprise you!

video interview by Benny Baldwin

Outer Banks Wedding Association 13th Annual Wedding Expo Pointers

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 02:05:00 +0000

We are all working hard getting ready for the 13Th annual Wedding expo January 8-9 and this year will be bigger than ever! Here are some pointers to make your weekend most enjoyable! 1.Be sure to attend all activities for the weekend. 2.Print out labels with name, address, phone number, email address many vendors require brides to fill out contact sheets this saves time and energy! 3. Wear comfortable shoes! 4. Dress comfortably the less you have to carry the more hands on you can be. 5. Bring a friend or family member that can help you make decisions and carry bags .Two sets of ears are better than one you will receive a lot of information! 6. Have fun this is one of the biggest events in your life! We look forward to seeing you at the expo check back soon for more great blogs!

Festival of Trees

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 02:28:00 +0000

The Outer Banks Wedding Association recently supported a local charity here on the Outer Banks. The festival of trees is a three day long event that is hosted by Hot line which is a shelter for women and children who need assistance with food and shelter. The three day event ends with an auction of Live Frasier fur trees decorated with themes by local businesses that include gift certificates, lights and decorations.The Outer Banks Wedding Association raised 1,300.00 from our tree themed "Share the Love" Second Honeymoon! We would like to give big thanks to all the businesses that donated to this great charity!

A Premiere Event, A Wedding Stylist, Access Design, Aqua S Restaurant, Argyles Restaurant, Belgian Chocolate Company, Cakes by Robin, Captain George's, Coleman Shots, Cypress House Inn, Dimensions Hair Salon, Downeast Rover, Elizabethan gardens, First Colony Inn, Hollaran & Co., Hatteras Realty, Island Shore Productions, Julie Dreelin's Beach Productions, Kim Kalman, Red Sky Cafe', Sandy Beach Tours, Shooters at the beach, Spa Koru, Spa Vogue, Surfside Tans, The Currituck Club, The Flower Field, The Pointe Golf Club, White Doe Inn.

Mark Your Calendars!

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:02:00 +0000

2010 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend & Expo set for January 9th & 10th!

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premier service organization for our area wedding professionals. With over 200 members, we are one of the largest wedding associations in the region. We are proud you have considered us to be a resource for your wedding planning process. Our Wedding weekend & Expo starts on Saturday, January 9th with a wedding tour of the Best of the Outer Banks wedding businesses, followed by a fun Welcome Reception that evening and culminating in our Bridal Expo on Sunday.

Check back to purchase tickets online and view discount accommodations and area specials just for you, your friends and family visiting for our Outer Banks Wedding Weekend & Expo January 9th & 10th 2010!

Weekend Schedule of Events: Saturday from 10am to 4pm is the Wedding Tour portion of our wedding weekend. This is a self-guided tour of the Outer Banks’ best ceremony/reception sites, rental & event homes, hotels and other wedding-related businesses. Some locations will have other vendors on display and available for you to meet in conjunction with their pro ducts, services and venues. All businesses on the Wedding Tour will be ready to meet you as you visit them at your leisure and in the or der of your choice. It is our hope that you have a terrific time touring the Outer Banks and exploring the different venues and businesses that can make your wedding a very special and memorable day.

The Outer Banks Wedding Association hosts a Meet & Greet Welcome Reception Saturday evening, complete with food, music, entertainment and more! This is a great opportunity to obtain promotional material, sample catering dishes, taste cakes & confections, hear live music and DJ services, view photographer’s work, and mingle wit h our wedding professionals before attending the Expo on Sunday.

On Sunday, January 10th, the Wedding Expo features our wedding vendors ready to showcase their event venues, products, services and more! Visit each vendor’s booth to learn about everything they offer to make you special day one to remember on the Outer Banks! Look forward to a day filled with food, fun, prizes, entertainment and a fashion show highlighting the latest beach wedding trends.

We look forward to seeing you at our annual Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo, January 9th & 10th, the biggest and best wedding show event on the Outer Banks!

Watch our TV Show Online!

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:02:00 +0000

Enjoy a snapshot guided tour of the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina. Let our TV host show you everything that our destination has to offer for the wedding of your dreams - from scenic beach backdrops to historic settings and even area shopping and activities. The Outer banks offer an affordable escape to the extraordinary - only miles away but worlds apart! Tune in and discover why the Outer Banks are a perfect location for your destination wedding!

Check out the video now!

OBWA has launched a brand new website!

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:55:00 +0000

The Outer Banks Wedding Association has unveiled our new website, just in time for the heavily trafficked peak season. A complete resource for anyone wishing to get married on the Outer Banks, obxwa.com features dynamic graphics showcasing beach nuptials, helpful articles and how-to's, and a fact filled guide to 200 businesses dedicated to making each wedding a unique, beautiful, and memorable experience.

A new blog section will keep brides up to date on the association and related events and they can also read the latest issue of Outer Banks Bride magazine online, browse for ideas in the Real Weddings section, and find out what thousands of loving couples discover every year, that we are "hours away, but worlds apart".

Tune In...

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:53:00 +0000

OBWA makes television debut!

The Outer Banks Wedding Association can now be found on Charter Cable Channel 12 with our exciting new program aimed at showing potential brides how easy and yet amazing an Outer Banks Wedding can be.

Produced entirely by members of the marketing group, the program showcases areas from Carova to Ocracoke, our history, natural beauty, and ease of access while promoting a wonderful experience for friends and family as they enjoy the wealth of recreational opportunities all around. With over 200 member businesses dedicated to making each wedding beautiful, unique, and the memory of a lifetime, OBWA has helped make the Outer Banks one of America's premiere wedding destinations.

The program is running 6 times daily on Charter channel 12 in the northern beaches and at various times throught the day in the Hatteras market.

Welcome

noreply@blogger.com (Outer Banks Wedding Association) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:48:00 +0000

We are your one-stop Outer Banks wedding planning resource. We have nearly 200 Outer Banks wedding vendors ready to help you! Pick a vendor category on the left or a link below to start planning your Outer Banks wedding.